California State Parks Near Eureka

Azalea State Natural Reserve is renowned for its vibrant display of western azaleas each spring. Visitors can enjoy a short interpretive trail, picnic areas, and opportunities for birdwatching in a quiet, natural setting.

Little River State Beach offers visitors a quiet retreat with its expansive sandy shoreline and coastal dunes. The park is ideal for picnics, wildlife observation, and enjoying the natural beauty of California’s North Coast.

Trinidad State Beach offers visitors a tranquil setting with sandy shores, rugged cliffs, and panoramic Pacific Ocean vistas. The park is ideal for beach walks, tide pooling, and picnicking, all within a short distance of the historic town of Trinidad.

Nestled on the rugged Northern California coast, Sue-meg State Park boasts dramatic cliffs, sandy beaches, and a vibrant cultural history. The park is renowned for its breathtaking views, hiking trails, and interpretive programs.

Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park is renowned for its ancient redwood groves, scenic Gold Bluffs Beach, and the iconic Fern Canyon. The park offers hiking, wildlife viewing, and breathtaking landscapes.

D. Dewitt Redwoods SNR preserves pristine old-growth redwoods and diverse native flora. Its tranquil setting is perfect for quiet exploration and wildlife observation.

Sinkyone Wilderness State Park features 7,367 acres of wild coastline, towering redwoods, and secluded beaches. It’s renowned for its remote beauty, wildlife, and challenging hiking trails.

Benbow SRA features lush redwood forests, open meadows, and direct access to the South Fork Eel River. Visitors enjoy picnicking, fishing, and wildlife viewing in a serene natural setting.